How To Use A Ladder On A Steep Roof

The ladder should be long enough to extend 3 feet but not more than 5.

How to use a ladder on a steep roof.

You have to place it under the leg on the ladder which is on the lower side of the roof. Instead hold onto the ladder with both hands and step around the ladder and onto the roof. Screw a 2 4 cleat to the deck behind the ladder s feet to prevent the ladder from slipping backward. On soft ground flip up the ladder shoes so the spurs poke into the ground photo 5 on decks it s a simple matter to screw down a cleat photo 2.

In this roofing video we show how to use a hook ladder to safely work on a ste. Essentially this involves using rope cable or a ladder lashing kit to tie the rope to a secure point in order to prevent it from slipping or falling as you climb up. Check the duty rating sticker on the side of the ladder to ensure that you are using the correct type of ladder for the job. This will reduce the risk of your ladder slipping and you falling off your roof and getting injured.

Never step up and over the top of the ladder. What this will do is elevate the leg up to the same level as the other one. So your ladder will not be slanted anymore. Remember it should extend at least 3 feet above the roof s edge.

When you get off the roof take the same approach holding onto the ladder and stepping around it instead of over the top.